Hibernian vs Aberdeen - Premiership

The history between Hibernian and Aberdeen lends this Premiership fixture an extra layer of spice, and when the two walk out at the home ground on September 19, 2026, recent encounters will be on everyone's mind. The sheer joy on the 18-year-old defender’s face resonated with Paul Schaffran back at the academy.

A glance at the Premiership table tells the story: Hibernian in 9th and Aberdeen in 8th, with positions to defend and places to climb. Hibernian have blown hot and cold, WLDLD across their last five and a win rate of 33.33% that leaves room for improvement. The visitors have been hard to predict on their travels, DLDLD in their last five reflecting a win rate of 33.33%. Goals could be in short supply or plentiful — Hibernian average 1.17 per game to Aberdeen's 1, and that gap may dictate the rhythm of the contest. Larson has not visited Victory Lane since May last year but remains firmly in championship contention, sitting eighth in the standings as the NASCAR Chase approaches in September.

How the two sides approach the contest strategically will be key. Hibernian will want to control proceedings in front of their own supporters, while Aberdeen will back themselves to cause problems on the break. But the Greek winger believes the mentality Arsenal are showing in pre-season is a sign they are ready to defend their crown.

The fixture features no shortage of talent, and the league's top marksman J. Fowler — 4 goals this term — will be one to watch. Whoever wins the individual duel between the two sides' chief playmakers is likely to dictate the rhythm and, ultimately, the destination of the points. Dundee defender Ryan Astley has insisted Duncan Ferguson would be a great pick to become the next Scotland manager, having worked with him at Everton - Daily Record.

The market has yet to form a strong view, and the contest looks genuinely difficult to call. The numbers tilt towards Aberdeen, and a 1-2 away win looks the more probable outcome. With positions in the Premiership table to defend and momentum to chase, neither side can afford to leave anything in the tank. Fulham's Antonee Robinson could be one of those, who would likely be a cheaper alternative to Hall, who has just enjoyed a breakout season with the Magpies.